To dream or not to dream, that is the question. Certainly, the Invisible Man is a spoof of sorts on the American Dream. How many times have each of us been told that we can be whatever we want to be, just work hard. While likely more true today than back in the 1920s in this country, the Invisible Man reminds me that “opportunity” throughout the history of our Nation has been a relative term at times. As Americans we can be quick to highlight our philanthropic endeavors and benevolence for the downtrodden, yet one need only consider the plight of African Americans, Native Americans, and even the Japanese Americans at certain points in our history to realize that our track record is somewhat suspect. The importance of this realization for me is twofold. First, we ought to appreciate the journey our Nation has taken over the last 234 years. Second, a tangible portion of the American Dream is influenced by how we treat each other. For me the answer to my question above is certainly to dream…and to allow those around me to dream as well.